Jobs For Teens in District of Columbia

Washington DC offers all sorts of things for teenagers to experience. Teens who live in the area can visit various government buildings, tour the Supreme Court, and take a look at the National Archives. There are a significant number of museums available to explore in the area, as well as memorials. Teens that enjoy sports may want to check out the Washington Nationals and those who are interested can watch money get made at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. For those teenagers who are interested in earning their own money, the 6.1% unemployment rate in the area should not keep them from doing so.


If you're under 16 years of age, there are specific labor laws in District of Columbia that don't allow you to work for traditional employers.  Of course, if you're 14 or 15 years old you can get a work permit in District of Columbia, but otherwise there isn't too much information on this page that will help you.  With that being said, if you're under 16 years of age and don't have a work permit, please select the appropriate age below to find jobs that suit your age group.

If you're under 16 years old, your job options are different. Please select your age below:
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Host / Hostess (PT/FT)

Location: Washington Company Name: Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley – Washington, D.C.
Job Description: … Hostess must be able to carry natural conversation with Guests without sounding scripted or … Must be able to clearly communicate Guests’ needs to W/Ws, Bussers, Managers, etc. * Must be able …

Barback

Location: Washington Company Name: SHŌTŌ
Job Description: SERVER FOOD RUNNER BUSSER BARTENDER BARBACK HOST/HOSTESS RESERVATIONIST CHEF DE PARTIE (CDP) LINE COOK DISHWASHER/STEWARD RESTAURANT MANAGER FLOOR MANAGER MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER EVENTS …

Security Part-Time (Friday & Saturday)

Location: Washington Company Name: SHŌTŌ
Job Description: SECURITY PART-TIME (Friday & Saturday) SERVER FOOD RUNNER BUSSER BARTENDER BARBACK HOST/HOSTESS RESERVATIONIST CHEF DE PARTIE (CDP) LINE COOK DISHWASHER/STEWARD RESTAURANT MANAGER FLOOR MANAGER …

Bartender

Location: Washington Company Name: SHŌTŌ
Job Description: SERVER FOOD RUNNER BUSSER BARTENDER BARBACK HOST/HOSTESS RESERVATIONIST CHEF DE PARTIE (CDP) LINE COOK DISHWASHER/STEWARD RESTAURANT MANAGER FLOOR MANAGER MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER EVENTS …

Baker Prep Associate

Location: Washington Company Name: Sprinkles Cupcakes
Job Description: … and ice cream flavors. Your sweet spot is working in kitchens, and you are at your best when … with dishwashing, baking, and cooling as needed. * Demonstrate teamwork as you rely on and assist …